Patient Care Assistant | Acute Medical | MGH

Massachusetts General Hospital; Boston (MA); Sur place; USD 28 000 - 37 000; Temps partiel

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Weekly pay

Shift differential for evenings, night

MGB Shuttle service

Ticket & museum discounts

Résumé du poste

The General Hospital Corporation in Boston, MA is seeking a Per Diem Patient Care Assistant to assist with activities of daily living, monitor vital signs, and support nursing staff on the adult medicine inpatient unit. Responsibilities include documenting in the EHR, assisting with ambulation and exams, stocking rooms, and communicating with the care team to ensure patient safety.

This role offers weekly pay, shift differentials for evenings and weekends, and access to Mass General Brigham

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or Equivalent preferred.
• BLS and CMA/Nurse Assistant certifications required.
• Experience in patient care or elder care 0-1 year preferred.

Responsabilités

• Performs patient care-related duties and clinical tasks as assigned, including vitals, EKGs, bathing, ambulation, 1:1 observation, and phlebotomy.
• Completes documentation in the Electronic Health Record (EHR) including measurements and intake/output.
• Assists with meals, feeding, and tray setup for patients as needed.
• Ensures patient rooms are stocked, clean, and ready for use; reports equipment issues.
• Admits and discharges patients and supports new team member orientation.

Connaissances

Patient care

Communication

EMR systems

Lifting 35 pounds

Customer service

Formation

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Outils

EMR systems

Description du poste

Site: The General Hospital Corporation

Mass General Brigham relies on a wide range of professionals, including doctors, nurses, business people, tech experts, researchers, and systems analysts to advance our mission. As a not-for-profit, we support patient care, research, teaching, and community service, striving to provide exceptional care. We believe that high-performing teams drive groundbreaking medical discoveries and invite all applicants to join us and experience what it means to be part of Mass General Brigham.

Job Summary

Schedule: Days (7am-3pm, 7am-7pm) and Nights (7pm-7am, 11pm-7am) Mandatory weekend shifts every month. Holiday rotating schedule.

The adult general medicine inpatient unit has eighteen-beds for patients, and is located in Boston, MA. The unit is devoted to the care of the acutely ill and Level 1 Trauma patients from the emergency and intensive care units. The patient population on this unit includes a diverse mix of medical diagnoses requiring complex nursing care.

What do we have to Offer*

• Weekly Pay
• Shift differential for evening, nights, and weekends.
• MGB Shuttle service
• Employee "Perks" - enjoy discounts on tickets and passes for everything from ski resorts to museums to sporting events

Summary

Working under the direction of licensed personnel, assists patients with activities of daily living tasks such as bathing, dressing, and eating. Also assists with taking patients' temperature, blood pressure, pulse, and respiration.

Does this position require Patient Care?

Yes

Essential Functions

• Performs patient care-related duties and clinical functions as assigned, including, but not limited to, performing and documenting point of care, vital signs, EKGs, bathing and other sanitary needs of patients, transferring and assisting with ambulation of patients, 1:1 patient observation for safety purposes, and phlebotomy. Assist RNs and physicians with other exams and treatments as required.
• Completes all documentation such as height, weight, intake of fluids and food, output of urine/stool/vomit/other drainage, and blood glucose results in the Electronic Health Record (EHR).
• Assists patients with food tray setup, eating, and feeding, as needed.
• Ensures that patient rooms are stocked, equipped, and cleaned appropriately, as needs indicate and as patient volumes change.
• Retrieves equipment from other areas, sets up equipment, cleans equipment between patient use, and reports malfunctioning equipment per organizational policy.
• Assists with admitting and discharging patients.
• Facilitates orientation of new PCA team members as directed.
• Interacts with patients, visitors, and other care team members effectively
• Communicates with nursing staff effectively and in a timely manner regarding issues related to patient care and condition.
• Fosters a positive, collaborative team environment that promotes teamwork and professional growth.

Qualifications

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent preferred

Can this role accept experience in lieu of a degree?

No

Licenses and Credentials

• Basic Life Support [BLS]
• Certified Medical Assistant [National Certification]
• Nursing Assistant/Patient Care Technician [National Certification]
• Nursing Assistant [LNA - New Hampshire]

Experience

Experience working in patient care/elder care 0-1 year preferred

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Ability to understand and follow written and oral instructions.
• Knowledge of medical terminology.
• Strong patient/customer service skills.
• Ability to lift up to 35 pounds.
• Proficient in computer skills to work efficiently with electronic medical records.

Additional Job Details (if applicable)

• Remote Type: Onsite
• Work Location: 90 Blossom Street
• Scheduled Weekly Hours: 0
• Employee Type: Per Diem
• Work Shift: Rotating (United States of America)
• Pay Range: $20.58 - $26.58/Hourly
• Grade: 3At Mass General Brigham, we believe in recognizing and rewarding the unique value each team member brings to our organization. Our approach to determining base pay is comprehensive, and any offer extended will take into account your skills, relevant experience if applicable, education, certifications and other essential factors. The base pay information provided offers an estimate based on the minimum job qualifications; however, it does not encompass all elements contributing to your total compensation package. In addition to competitive base pay, we offer comprehensive benefits, career advancement opportunities, differentials, premiums and bonuses as applicable and recognition programs designed to celebrate your contributions and support your professional growth.

EEO Statement

1200 The General Hospital Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information, and/or other status protected under law. We will ensure that all individuals with a disability are provided a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. To ensure reasonable accommodation for individuals protected by Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam Veteran's Readjustment Act of 1974, and Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, applicants who require accommodation in the job application process may contact Human Resources at (857)-282-7642.

Mass General Brigham Competency Framework

At Mass General Brigham, our competency framework defines what effective leadership "looks like" by specifying which behaviors are most critical for successful performance at each job level. The framework is comprised of ten competencies (half People-Focused, half Performance-Focused) and are defined by observable and measurable skills and behaviors that contribute to workplace effectiveness and career success. These competencies are used to evaluate performance, make hiring decisions, identify development needs, mobilize employees across our system, and establish a strong talent pipeline.